Why do people love staying in your hotel? Looking through our guest feedback forms from this weekend I will quote some of the comments if I may. “It is the little things that made the stay – the sherry in the room and the iced water, the tea and homemade scones on arrival. The staff made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived” “Everything was excellent. The ambiance, staff, food, accommodation all first class. Nothing was too much trouble. Specially loved your breakfast marmalade!” “A lovely stay. What a beautiful garden, so peaceful by the little lake.” What kind of breakfast do you offer? A generous selection of cooked breakfasts are prepared to order, including Cumberland grill, kippers or Finnan haddock, full vegetarian and free range eggs. Also a help yourself buffet which includes croissants, homemade granola, freshly squeezed orange juice, homemade yoghurt, and our award winning marmalade. Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Homemade soup, sandwiches, afternoon tea throughout the day. Also a range of platters which must be ordered 24 hours before. Yes, we have many excellent restaurants nearby to suit every taste and occasion. Which are your most popular room types, and why? All our rooms are completely different and popular for different reasons but our 6 lake view rooms are top of everyone’s list of favourites. What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ? Some rooms can take one extra bed or travel cot by prior arrangement. High chairs available and baby monitors. What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? The Kennedy family and their excellent staff have this year been awarded Boutique guest accommodation of the year by Cumbria Tourism. Do come and see why!